Category Archives: Education and Training

Hospitality is everywhere these days—in the news, television, education, daily discussions, and, yes, even in churches. While the phrase “[BLANK] is the new black” originated in the fashion industry, pop culture has broadened its meaning to encompass any hot new ...

In today’s competitive job market, applicants with early experience in their chosen field are at a big advantage. Young people who are considering a career in the hospitality industry can get that hands-on experience through educational programs like the Academy ...

BETHESDA, Md.—Courtyard by Marriott has announced a national partnership with National Academy Foundation (NAF) launching its Success for Youth program that activates its commitment made to the Clinton Global Initiative, which promises to provide 30,000 volunteer hours and engage with ...

ORLANDO, Fla.—The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) has committed to offering four-year scholarships to members of the top three winning teams of the 2015 HTMP International Competition hosted by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI). The 12th annual ...

BETHESDA, Md.—Students from the Wilson High School and Columbia Heights High School’s Academies of Hospitality and Tourism recently visited Marriott International headquarters, where they toured the Innovation Lab and met President and CEO Arne Sorenson. Sorenson spoke to the group ...

What They’re Saying

“Strong fundamentals are pervasive around the country and high occupancy levels in the vast majority of markets support aggressive pricing strategy, which will lead to another year of significant room rate increases for most and continued double-digit profit growth will be realized by the average U.S. hotel.”

-Mark Woodworth, president of hospitality research at PKF Hospitality Research

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